2007 BMW X3 vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X3 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
